| Botanical name | Asparagus virgatus |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Half Sun Half Sun – Prefers 3 To 6 Hours of Sunlight a Day.  Shade Shade – Prefers Low Light Levels.  Semi Frost Hardy Semi Frost Hardy – Is Able to Survive Moderately Low Temperatures.  Moderate Watering Moderate Watering – Requires Regular Watering.  Indigenous Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | The Broom asparagus has small, white flowers. |
| Common name(s) | Broom asparagus |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | Asparagus virgatus is a fine-foliaged perennial. |
| Uses in landscape design | Excellent for shady spots. |
| Fruit | The Broom asparagus bears orange-red berries. |
| Uses | Good florist material. |
| Other languages | katstertjie (A) |
Asparagus virgatus (Broom asparagus)
- Botanical name: Asparagus virgatus
- Common name(s): Broom asparagus
- Categories: Ground Covers and Perennials
Plant description:
A fine-foliaged perennial with small, white flowers followed by orange-red berries. Excellent for shady spots. Good florist material.
Botanical Pronunciation: uh-SPARE-uh-gus vur-GAY-tus
Asparagus virgatus requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
The Broom asparagus has small, white flowers.
Asparagus virgatus is a fine-foliaged perennial.
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